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February 20, 2025

Only one in 50 patients with suspected autism in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin secured appointment within recommended time frame

Only 1 in 50 patients with suspected autism in Shropshire secured appointment within recommended time frame

February 19, 2025

Plans by a charity which supports people with drug and alcohol use issues to create a new office space, have been approved.

Llandrindod Wells drugs and alcohol charity's plans to create new office space approved

Luke Butler with daughter Ella.

Father takes on London Marathon to thank hospital for his daughter's care

Staff and residents will celebrate at each of Coverage Care's 11 homes across the county

Coverage Care celebrates 30th anniversary with year-long celebrations and new website launch

Your World|Feb 19

David expertise is from Lived Experience

From ‘Broken to Built’: Instagram star and ex-soldier to deliver powerful men's mental health talk in Telford

Your World|Feb 19

The annual snowdrop walk at Winsley Hall in Westbury, has raised more than £5k for Lingen Davies Cancer Fund.

Popular annual snowdrop walk raises more than £5k for Lingen Davies Cancer Fund

Hundreds of young people across the country are set to benefit from outdoor learning experiences in 2025 following the launch of a major fundraising campaign by the Field Studies Council.

£10k campaign launched to help hundreds of young people access outdoor education

Paula Gardner SaTH's Chief Nursing Officer. Picture: SaTH

Nursing boss reveals how hospital is helping get patients back on their feet

Pictured Julie Dady, left, and Eileen Swan, right, at the General Practice Nursing Awards 2025.

GP nurses across Shropshire honoured for 'incredible impact on lives' at inaugural awards ceremony

February 18, 2025

There are lots of ways you can enjoy a healthy half term this February.

Five top tips to enjoy a health February half term - and what to avoid

Dr Lorna Clarson, Chief Medical Officer, NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. Picture: ICB

'We're not looking for spare pounds behind the sofa' - Telford doctor says as Shropdoc decision officially challenged

A carbon monoxide expert has urged Brits to watch out for signs of the ‘silent killer’ in their home.

8 warning signs of 'silent killer' in your home – leave immediately if you spot them

February 17, 2025

Clare Lewis, Student Nurse Associate, has been awarded a Cavell Star Award.

Student nurse associate at Oswestry-based hospital recognised with national award

Ricky Balshaw, 38, surpassed his goal of £15,000 to fundraise for private surgery after comedy host Wayne Beese, 44, gave him a shout out after his performance on Sunday night (Feb 2). Video from the comedy night at Sutton Coldfield Town Hall shows Wayne getting up on stage and explaining that Ricky had £1,410 left to go to receive surgery that would save him from paralysis. Wayne put in £110 himself then asked the 400-person audience to contribute what they could via a QR code to Ricky's GoFundMe and, just 20 minutes later, they had surpassed Ricky's goal.

'I felt such relief' - Telford comedian hits fundraising goal for life-changing surgery at West Midlands show

Dressed in green—the colour symbolising men's mental health

'Making a Difference': Men’s suicide awareness event sparks powerful conversations in Telford

Your World|Feb 17

February 15, 2025

Pupils at Ysgol Gymraeg Y Trallwng in Welshpool help the road safety officers, Jim Campbell and Rob Griffith, ensure the new sign is at the correct height, so parents can stand their children against the height chart and see what car seat they should be using to stay safe.

Powys schools now have height charts so parents can see which car seat they require

People holding their phones up at an event. A council says they should enjoy the moment instead

'Take a social media detox' - Telford council encourages residents to 'reset lives' during Year of Wellbeing

These are the 16 health conditions that can now be treated using a new Online Doctor service.

The 16 health conditions that allow you to skip the lengthy GP queue

February 14, 2025

I discovered a supplement for women that relieves mood swings, headaches, cramps and helps you sleep

I discovered a supplement for women that relieves mood swings, headaches, cramps and helps you sleep

Affiliates|Feb 14

An NHS sign

Health bosses move to reassure public over changes in out of hours GP services - as 10,000 back petition over the issue

Poultry keepers in Wales are encouraged to attend the annual NFU Cymru Poultry Conference to hear about efforts to tackle the spread of Avian Influenza and other issues affecting the sector

NFU Cymru Poultry Conference in Builth Wells

Under threat: Ladies Walk Centre. Sedgley
Picture: Google

Association urge residents to come out to discuss future of Sedgley clinic

Shropshire man criticises health trust which 'sent his 82-year-old father home after failing to diagnose broken arm and wrist'

Telford MP Shaun Davies is pictured with staff at the Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust.

MP meets Telford’s frontline community health professionals

February 13, 2025

Industrial strikes

"Stuck in hospital" - startling figures reveal how NHS patients in the West Midlands remain on a ward despite being fit to go home

Supermarkets in Wales face a ban on displaying unhealthy snacks near tills or on their website homepages from March 2026.

Gatherings of poultry have been banned across Wales, Powys poultry owners have been warned.

Gatherings of poultry have been banned across Wales, Powys poultry owners have been warned.

February 12, 2025

Enough waiting: Llais wants urgent action on emergency care in Wales

These questions can get your child really thinking about their phone use

Screen time: Three ways to discuss problem gaming or mobile phone use with your children

Education|Feb 12

A shop worker scooping up chips and fried chicken

Areas of the West Midlands with the most fast food takeaways - see where Shropshire ranks

Business|Feb 12

$Paula Gardner SaTH\'s Chief Nursing Officer. Picture: SaTH$

'We're celebrating National Apprentice Week at Shrwsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust - here's why'

Early Cancer Detection

Spotting cancer early: How AI tools are transforming the fight against the disease

Your World|Feb 12

Alcohol

New figures reveal number of alcohol-specific deaths in Shropshire reach record breaking high

Your World|Feb 12

Salon Ten

Much Wenlock hair salon which supplies wigs for NHS patients with alopecia and cancer opens second site in Newport

Shropshire Council urged to reconsider cut to breastfeeding support group contract - here's why

February 11, 2025

Parents and young people urged to respond to survey on mental health services

Some of the staff at the care transfer hub.

Dedicated hub helping patients get home from hospital quicker

Dr Lorna Clarson, Chief Medical Officer, NHS Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. Picture: ICB

Deadline looms for awarding of Shropshire's out-of-hours GP contract as commissioner insists 'we are listening’

‘Healthy Hearts’ offering expert advice to tackle the UK’s cardiovascular health crisis

New publication addresses national crisis in quest for ‘Healthy Hearts’

Your World|Feb 11

Charlotte Church has launched the 2025 programme of retreats and activities at The Dreaming

Acclaimed Welsh artist Charlotte Church has announced the 2025 programme of retreats and activities at The Dreaming

From helping teach essential skills to connecting you with your child's nursery school - there's probably an app for that

Four of the best-rated apps that are essential for parents of babies and toddlers

Education|Feb 11

February 10, 2025

Genine Power

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust celebrates 'valued apprentices'

February 9, 2025

Health bosses challenged over 'consultation' on Shropdoc decision

Portcullis Surgery in Ludlow.

County GPs' surgery backs calls for Shropdoc to continue running out-of-hours service

The incident took place in the exercise yard at Stoke Heath.

Stoke Heath prison health project helping diabetic prisoners is ‘going national’

Urgent warning to dog owners after poisonous plant found on UK beach

February 8, 2025

The judge in the judicial review over plans to close a Powys air ambulance base has reserved judgment.

Decision on Wales Air Ambulance base closure delayed as judge reserves judgment

February 7, 2025

$Shropcom\'s board meeting at Ludlow Mascall Centre on Thursday February 6 2024. Picture: LDRS$

‘Well-organised anti-vaxxers’ create challenge for Shropshire health chiefs in getting staff vaccinated

Gill George, chair of Shropshire Defend our NHS. Picture: LDRS

Campaigners vow to battle to keep GP out-of-hours provider in Shropshire after NHS blow

Shropdoc concerns to go before council - here's when

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